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Easy Guide to Chess
Easy Guide to Chess
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The Classic That Has Taught Thousands to Play Chess. Now in Algebraic Notation.
First published in 1942, B.H. Wood's Easy Guide to Chess has stood the test of time — used successfully by thousands of chess players around the world to learn the game from scratch. This substantially revised algebraic edition brings the classic into the modern era, making it accessible to a new generation of players.
What's Covered:
- The pieces — what they are and how they move
- Starting the game — setup, rules, and basic principles
- The importance of pawns — often overlooked, always critical
- How to record moves — algebraic notation explained clearly
- Standard openings — the first steps toward a real repertoire
- And much more — a complete introduction to competitive chess
Clear, friendly, and proven over eight decades of use. The perfect first chess book for young players and adult beginners alike.
The beginner's classic. Updated for modern players. Start here.
